Highway 3 is blocked from Hope to Manning Park, affecting local traffic. Wildfire activity rendered both lanes blocked, suspending travel. Travellers now solely use the Coquihalla Highway, skipping the closure. The fire near Hope is burning northeast of the Coquihalla interchange, sending thick smoke. Smoke is thick and clearly to see, reducing visibility. A second blaze broke out south of Boston Bar on Tuesday. This second fire affects 300 hectares. It compelled officials to close Highway 1 in the same area. Two key routes into southern BC are now impeded.